Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
With beautiful views of the Top End city, there is no better way to experience Darwin’s renowned sunsets than on board the Charles Darwin. Enjoy a Territory-style buffet dinner with fresh seafood and local produce. This two and a half hour cruise is the perfect way to experience Darwin’s world-famous sunsets.
Delicious dinner featuring Australian seafood and local produce
2.5 hour sunset cruise on Darwin Harbour
Live commentary on board
Onboard commentary from expert guides
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure Point
Stokes Hill Rd, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia
Please arrive at Dock 3, Stokes Hill Wharf 30 minutes prior to departure. (5:30pm)
Return Details
Stokes Hill Rd, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia
Please arrive at Dock 3, Stokes Hill Wharf 30 minutes prior to departure. (5:30pm)
Darwin Harbour Cruises, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Your cruise will depart from DOCK 3, located at the very end of Stokes Hill Wharf, city side. Crew members will meet you under the large white umbrellas and will commence boarding 20-minutes prior to the cruise departure time.
Generally you will leave Stokes Hill Wharf, travel along the Esplanade cruising along at 4 knots past the Larrakeyah Naval barracks, Cullen Bay and Fannie Bay. Your experienced skipper reserve the right to change the route subject to tidal conditions, guest’s safety and comfort. Tidal conditions determine how close to the coast the 'Charles Darwin' can operate.
Hear knowledgeable commentary from the crew on Darwin History, Cyclone Tracey and the bombing of Darwin. In the past there have been sightings of crocodiles, dolphins, turtles and dugongs, however there is no guarantee you will see wildlife on your cruise.
You will experience a Sunset on Darwin Harbour followed by Darwin’s skyline lit up at night.
The Vessel - Charles Darwin
The ‘Charles Darwin’ is a steel-hulled tri-level catamaran originally named Shangri-La Princess. Built in Adelaide in 1990 for the Stannard family, a well-known name in the boating industry. ‘Charles Darwin’ was built for use on the Gold Coast “Broadwater” taking passengers from Surfer’s Paradise to the Shangri-La resort on Stradbroke Island. After many years’ service, two further owners and two name changes, she became part of Darwin Harbour Cruises family in April 2010. After extensive re-build and refurbishment in Brisbane, she sailed for Darwin as the ‘Charles Darwin’ in August 2010. 150 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible on a case by case basis, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
X6798STkarenl
16 Aug 2023
An enjoyable evening, taking in the harbour scenery at sunset. The buffet dinner in the lower deck area, great food and plentiful. Friendly efficient staff.
HW08
14 Aug 2023
Enjoyed a nice dinner cruise on the Charles Darwin. While the sunset with brief, the dinner lasted longer and was delicious. A little expensive but a nice way to start your visit to Darwin.
naomib166
09 Aug 2023
From the moment we set foot on the boat to the moment we left we were treated like royalty. Fantastic friendly and helpful staff. We had the best seats on the boat, right out the front end of the bow. Tables were beautifully laid and the views were sensational. Food was good for a buffet meal - bush chook was great. This was the third sunset cruise I had been on in Darwin and it was by far the best
This tour in
Northern Territory
is organized by
Darwin Harbour Cruises
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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